5 Things We Know About Princess Charlotte’s Upcoming Royal Tour of Canada

Princess Charlotte has kept a low profile in her 16 months of regal life. Whether it’s because she’s low-key and press shy like Daniel Day-Lewis or because she’s just a baby, Charlotte has made only two public appearances—one at her christening and another at the annual Trooping the Colour parade in honor of her great-grandmother Queen Elizabeth II’s 90th birthday. All this will change on Saturday, when Charlotte will embark with her parents, Prince William and Kate Middleton, and her rascally big brother, Prince George, on a weeklong official visit to Canada—the family of four’s first-ever official tour, already sparking “Charlotte fever” among the Canadian press. Yes, at the ripe age of 1, it’s time for sweet Char to get to work charming everyone who crosses her path. (George, for his part, jetted to his first royal tour, of Australia and New Zealand, at 9 months, leaving a bilby named in his honor.) Hot tip: Clear your weekend calendar and prepare for an onslaught of adorable. Here’s what is known so far about Charlotte’s big adventure.

1. The first glimpse at the royal family of four, Charlotte included, is expected to come as they step off the plane in Victoria, British Columbia, on Saturday, where they will be based during the tour. (The royal nanny, Maria Teresa Turrion Borrallo, will also join.) This moment will answer a key question for royal watchers everywhere: Does Char travel in Peter Pan collars?

2. Speaking of fashion for the 3-and-under set, British designer Rachel Riley, a favorite of Charlotte’s mum, predicts the royal babes will be outfitted in traditional dress (hopefully hers). “It’s an official engagement and they are representing their country, so I imagine something red, white, and blue might feature,” Riley told The Telegraph. Kneesocks optional; oversize flower headbands strictly prohibited.

3. Charlotte will reportedly have her own specially built nursery at the Government House in Victoria, “complete with toys and soft playroom.” Gardens on the grounds are said to be “spectacularly spruced up for the young visitors, and rubber ducks have been placed in fountains around the grounds especially for them.” For a little girl accustomed to commandeering a pack of corgis, this may or may not impress.

4. Canadian prime minister Justin Trudeau and his wife, Sophie, have reportedly arranged a custom children’s menu for Charlotte and George, “including a recipe for Prince George’s favorite, spaghetti Bolognese,” according to the Mirror. One can only hope Trudeau will take a page from President and Michelle Obama’s playbook and pay the royal tots a visit. Putting it out into the universe: A photo of Justin Trudeau holding Charlotte will materialize.

5. The most-anticipated moment of Charlotte’s royal tour debut: a children’s party on Thursday, September 29, in Victoria for military families. This is Charlotte’s answer to George’s playdate with local children in New Zealand, during which he played with his mother’s hair and made a little girl cry by stealing her toy. How will Charlotte’s play style differ? Let’s make like preschool admissions deans and have a look. The world is waiting with bated breath.